Online cut-to-size acrylic store

Crafters, sign makers, photographers framing prints, model makers, DIYers and small local businesses needing shelves, covers or display pieces.

You charge per piece based on size, thickness and finish. Margin comes from buying full sheets in bulk and selling cut pieces, with add-ons like edge polishing and drilling.

• Accurate measuring and cutting
• Basic online store setup and photography
• Careful packing and shipping
• Clear customer communication

• Check your city or county rules on a home occupation permit and any HOA or lease limits on workshop use
• Check state sales tax registration and whether you can get a resale certificate for buying sheet stock
• General liability and product liability insurance, and whether your home insurance covers business stock
• Cutting and polishing create dust and fumes: plan ventilation, eye and ear protection and safe saw use
• Scratches and cracks in shipping, so test your packaging before selling

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on your cutting equipment, first sheet orders, packaging and online store setup. Your costs will vary with how many sizes and finishes you offer.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many orders you fill, your product range and the hours you can commit. These are estimates only, and revenue is not the same as profit.

Check your city or county home occupation permit rules and any HOA or lease limits on workshop use. Also check state sales tax registration and resale certificates, insurance coverage, and plan ventilation and protective gear for dust and fumes.